Ganesapura Mariamman Temple

Karaikudi,Sivagangai

Main Deity : Mariamman.Prominence of the Shrine : The Karaikudi Ganesapuram temple is a very famous temple. The festival of this temple begins with the Poochoridhal and following it, the Ganapathy Homam, the Kaappu tying festival, Kodiyettram [ flag hoisting ] take place. On the evening of the important festival day of Paalkuda Oorvalam, the Karagam, Madhukkudam, Mulaippari come in a procession and reach the temple and in the evenings at 6 pm the Abhisheka Aaradhanai for the Ambal take place.

While worshipping Ambal, the best Abhishekam is the one done with flowers. It is a popular belief that if Vaazhaippazha Abhishekam [banana pooja] is done, there will be a good harvest of the crops. If Palaappazha [Jack fruit] Abhishekam is offered, the wishes of the devotees will be fulfilled. If Maambazha [mango] Abishekam is done devotees who don’t have kids, will be graced to have children.

If Maathulampazha [pomegranate] Abishekam is done, anger will be reduced. If Elumichhampazham [lemon] Abishekam is offered, the troubles caused by enemies will be removed. There is also a belief that if we light a ghee lamp, sufferings will be abolished and we can live happily with the blessings of the Ambal.